National Conference: Dialogue Committee prepares report

The report is to be presented to President Goodluck Jonathan.

The Presidential Advisory Committee on National Dialogue has said it has commenced preparation of its report for submission to President Goodluck Jonathan, based on interactive sessions and memoranda received from Nigerians.

This is contained in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by the Chairman of the Committee, Femi Okunrounmu.

According to the statement, the committee will hold a one-day retreat on November 20 in Abuja to analyse the memoranda submitted by Nigerians during its interactive sessions in 13 states.

The statement said eminent leaders, scholars and experts had been invited to the retreat.

It said the retreat would work toward ensuring that “the best advice is made available to Jonathan as he studies the report of the committee which is being prepared for submission shortly.’’

Mr. Okunrounmu expressed gratitude to Nigerians for supporting the committee by attending the interactive sessions and submitting memoranda in line with its terms of reference.

He also praised the media for accurate reportage of the committee’s work.

(NAN)